The Mike Thakur Podcast

• The Spiritual Battle We Can No Longer Ignore

  *** Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Charlie's family, both at Turning Point USA and at home, where Erika and their children are navigating a new reality after the events of last week. *** In this special episode of The Mike Thakur Podcast, Mike steps away from business as usual to reflect on the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk and what it means for Christians, culture, and the future of our faith.The loss of Charlie Kirk has left many people feeling a deep heaviness—something more than grief, something deeper, something spiritual. Mike unpacks why this moment matters and how it calls us back to the basics of faith: standing for truth, living with courage, and bringing light into the darkness.Together we wrestle with:✅ Why so many feel shaken by Charlie’s death and what’s happening in the spiritual realm✅ The difference between compromise and conviction in today’s culture✅ Why “gray” Christianity can’t overcome darkness✅ How Scripture gives us black-and-white clarity in a world of confusion✅ The call to live as serious, intentional disciples of Jesus✅ Fundamental truths we must reclaim—marriage, family, life, and God’s designThis isn't only about remembering Charlie—it’s about heeding the wake-up call for believers everywhere. Now's the time to decide: will we be lukewarm, or will we be bold in our faith?📖 Key Scriptures: John 1, 1 John 1:5, Revelation, Matthew 25📌 Watch More Podcast Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@mikethakurpodcast/videos🌍 Stay Connected with Mike🔔 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@mikethakur📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmikethakur/📘 Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/realmikethakur/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikethakur🌐 Website: https://mikethakur.com/✨ Keywords Covered: Charlie Kirk assassination, faith in America, courage and faith, light vs darkness, Christian leadership, standing for truth, biblical worldview, The Mike Thakur Podcast, purpose and faith, compromise vs conviction, end times signs✍️ Let’s Talk:How has this moment impacted your faith? Do you feel the urgency to stand for truth in today’s culture? Drop your thoughts in the comments 👇#TheMikeThakurPodcast #CharlieKirk #FaithAndCourage #StandForTruth #LightVsDarkness #ChristianPodcast #BiblicalWorldview #KingdomFirst

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• Breaking Free From Hustle Culture w/Chelsea Tansey

  In this episode of The Mike Thakur Podcast, Mike sits down with Chelsey Tansey to explore what it means to find purpose in a profit-driven world.Chelsey’s story is raw, real, and deeply relatable. After experiencing the highs of hustle culture—40K months, 14-hour workdays, and the constant chase for more—she hit a breaking point. Burned out and unfulfilled, she prayed a bold prayer: “God, if this doesn’t bring me closer to You, take it away.” That prayer radically shifted her life, her business, and her faith.Together, Mike and Chelsey dive into:✅ Why hustle culture leaves us empty—even when we “win”✅ The danger of treating profit as the ultimate measure of success✅ How to align business practices with Kingdom values✅ The difference between false humility and true obedience✅ Why servant leadership is the biblical blueprint for impact✅ How to balance purpose, profit, and faith in daily lifeChelsey shares how she rebuilt her business from the ground up with Jesus at the center—and how true fulfillment comes not from scaling bigger, but from abiding deeper.This episode is for entrepreneurs, leaders, and believers wrestling with the tension between Kingdom first and profit second. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I building God’s purpose or just chasing numbers?”—this conversation will challenge and inspire you.👉 Connect with Chelsey Tansey: https://chelseatansey.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelseatansey/📌 Watch More from The Mike Thakur Podcast🎙️ Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/@mikethakurpodcast/videos🌍 Stay Connected with Mike Thakur🔔 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@mikethakur📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmikethakur/📘 Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/realmikethakur/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikethakur🌐 Website: https://mikethakur.com/✨ Keywords Covered: purpose vs profit, Chelsey Tansey, hustle culture, faith and entrepreneurship, Christian leadership, servant leadership, Kingdom business, entrepreneurship podcast, values-driven business, finding purpose, The Mike Thakur Podcast✍️ Let’s Talk:What’s been your biggest struggle in balancing purpose and profit? Share your story in the comments 👇#TheMikeThakurPodcast #ChelseyTansey #PurposeOverProfit #FaithAndBusiness#ChristianLeadership #KingdomEntrepreneurship #HustleCulture #ServantLeadership

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• How To Scale Without Selling Out w/John Felkins

  In this powerful episode of 'The Mike Thakur Podcast', Mike sits down with John Felkins, longtime EntreLeadership Executive Coach, to talk about what it really takes to scale a business without selling out your integrity.For decades, entrepreneurs have been told that growth at all costs is the ultimate goal. “Say yes now, figure it out later. Fake it till you make it.” But what if the shortcuts we take for growth actually cost us the very values that matter most? John has spent years walking alongside leaders at Ramsey Solutions and coaching business owners across industries, and he’s seen firsthand the tension between scaling big and staying true.Together, Mike and John dive deep into:✅ The difference between sacrifice and compromise in leadership✅ Why integrity under pressure defines your true capacity✅ The hidden dangers of treating people as “units of production”✅ How humility is the defining trait of world-class leaders✅ Why success must be defined by values, not just revenue✅ The Momentum Theorem: focus × intensity × time × God = unstoppable momentumJohn also shares personal lessons from his own leadership journey, including times when compromise looked easy but choosing integrity built character, resilience, and impact.This isn’t just another business conversation — it’s a raw and honest look at faith, entrepreneurship, values, and leadership. If you’ve ever felt the pull to take shortcuts, wrestled with defining true success, or wondered how to grow without losing yourself, this episode is a must-watch.📌 Watch More from The Mike Thakur Podcast🎙️ Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/@themikethakurpodcast/videos🔥 Leadership & Entrepreneurship: https://youtu.be/-e8Rt-bKHXE?si=zR5U\_g3H9heu6Ri3💡 Faith & Business Conversations:https://youtu.be/4-j6hAt0W-I?si=GcOIwl0Z-62vU-yL🌍 Stay Connected with Mike Thakur🔔 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@mikethakur📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmikethakur📘 Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/realmikethakur💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikethakur🌐 Website: [https://mikethakur.com✨ Keywords Covered: scaling without selling out, integrity in leadership, faith and business, John Felkins, EntreLeadership podcast, values-driven entrepreneurship, humility in leadership, Momentum Theorem, leadership under pressure, Mike Thakur Podcast.✍️ Let’s Talk:Have you ever faced the choice between quick growth and staying true to your values? How did you navigate it? Share your story in the comments 👇#TheMikeThakurPodcast #JohnFelkins #ScalingWithIntegrity #EntreLeadership #FaithAndBusiness #LeadershipPodcast #IntegrityInLeadership #MomentumTheorem #ValuesDrivenBusiness #EntrepreneurshipJourney

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• What To Do When The Hustle Breaks You w/Adam Cruz

  In this episode, Mike and Adam Cruz delve into the often-overlooked consequences of hustle culture and the importance of finding balance in our lives. Drawing from their personal experiences in entrepreneurship and ministry, they explore the emotional and physical toll that relentless ambition can take on individuals. Adam shares his journey from a decade in ministry to the tech industry, highlighting the challenges he faced along the way, including moments of crisis and the realization that success can magnify underlying issues.Check out The Healed Hustle https://www.thehealedhustle.com/

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• Kingdom Over Competition: Building Community in Business and Faith

  In this episode of The Mike Thakur Podcast, Mike sits down with Adam Metcalf, co-founder of Zeemee, to explore what it really means to choose Kingdom over competition in business and life.Adam’s story weaves together the grit of entrepreneurship with the grace of faith. From building companies to building communities, he’s discovered that true impact doesn’t come from competing for the top spot—but from linking arms with others to serve a higher purpose.Together, Mike and Adam dive into:✅ Why competition can distract Kingdom entrepreneurs from their true calling✅ The balance between hard work and reliance on God’s provision✅ How community and collaboration unlock opportunities that competition can’t✅ Why isolation is the entrepreneur’s silent enemy✅ The vision behind Kingdom Impact Exchange and how it fuels collaboration for global impact✅ Practical ways to integrate faith into the daily grind of businessTransformation StatementAdam shares how shifting from competition to collaboration has redefined his approach to business, faith, and leadership. His journey shows that when entrepreneurs stop striving for their own kingdoms and start building together for God’s Kingdom, the ripple effect is unstoppable.This episode is for entrepreneurs, leaders, and believers who want to move beyond solo success into community impact.If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I building my own empire—or contributing to God’s Kingdom?” this conversation will inspire you to think bigger and build differently.Watch More from The Mike Thakur Podcast🎙️ Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/@mikethakurpodcast/videosStay Connected with Mike Thakur🔔 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@mikethakur📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmikethakur/📘 Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/realmikethakur/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikethakur🌐 Website: https://mikethakur.com/✨ Keywords Covered: Adam Metcalf, Zeemee, Kingdom Impact Exchange, Christian entrepreneurship, faith and business, collaboration over competition, community building, Kingdom business, impact entrepreneurship, The Mike Thakur Podcast✍️ Let’s Talk:What does “Kingdom over competition” mean to you in your business journey?Share your story in the comments 👇#TheMikeThakurPodcast #AdamMetcalf #KingdomOverCompetition #FaithAndBusiness #ChristianLeadership #KingdomEntrepreneurship #CommunityOverCompetition

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